December weather forecast
Obergösgen, Switzerland

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Obergösgen, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between -1.7°C (28.9°F) and 4.2°C (39.6°F).

Temperature

The shift from November to December coincides with a small decrease in the average high-temperature, down to an icy 4.2°C (39.6°F) from a frosty 8.3°C (46.9°F). An average low-temperature of -1.7°C (28.9°F) marks the nights throughout December.

Humidity

In Obergösgen, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In December, in Obergösgen, the rain falls for 15.2 days. Throughout December, 81mm (3.19") of precipitation is accumulated. In Obergösgen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 190.8 days and collects up to 880mm (34.65") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Obergösgen, in December, snow falls for 7.9 days, with typically accumulated 143mm (5.63") of snow. In Obergösgen, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.9 days and aggregates up to 652mm (25.67") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Obergösgen, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Obergösgen, sunrise is at 07:55 and sunset at 16:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:15 and sunset at 16:47 CET.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Obergösgen are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Obergösgen?
An average high-temperature, in December, in Obergösgen, is 4.2°C (39.6°F) and the average low-temperature is -1.7°C (28.9°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Obergösgen?
In December, the average relative humidity in Obergösgen, Switzerland, is 86%.
How many days does it rain in December in Obergösgen?
In Obergösgen, Switzerland, in December, during 15.2 rainfall days, 81mm (3.19") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How much does it snow in Obergösgen in December?
In December, in Obergösgen, it is snowing for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 143mm (5.63") of snow is accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Obergösgen?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Obergösgen have in December?
In December, the average day length is 8h and 32min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Obergösgen?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:55 and sunset at 16:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:15 and sunset at 16:47 CET.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Obergösgen?
The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December in Obergösgen?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Obergösgen, Switzerland, is 5h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Obergösgen?
The months with the lowest UV index in Obergösgen, Switzerland, are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
How high is the UV index in December in Obergösgen?
In Obergösgen, Switzerland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Obergösgen, Switzerland
  • Average high temperature in December: 4.2°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (23.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -1.7°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (11.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-3.4°C).

Average pressure in December
Obergösgen, Switzerland
  • Average pressure in December: 1020.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Obergösgen, Switzerland
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Obergösgen, Switzerland
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and July (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Obergösgen, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall in December: 81mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (106mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (45mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Obergösgen, Switzerland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Obergösgen, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall in December: 143mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (153mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Obergösgen, Switzerland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Obergösgen, Switzerland
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Obergösgen, Switzerland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Obergösgen, Switzerland
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Obergösgen, Switzerland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Obergösgen, Switzerland
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, May, June, September, October, November and December (8km).

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